Why does a new aluminium vessel lose shine so soon after use?

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Aluminium is highly reactive. It reacts with moist air and forms a thin layer of aluminium oxide on it. This layer fades away the shine of aluminium. Thus, aluminium vessels lose its shine soon after use.

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